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Membership Program
The Membership Program is an open, youth-led community that connects individuals passionate about gender equality, offering a space to learn, collaborate, and contribute to initiatives.
What is the Membership Program?
The Membership Program of IYCGE is an open-access global initiative designed to bring together young people committed to dialogue, learning, and meaningful engagement in the field of gender equality, human rights, and international cooperation.
Unlike representative or delegate-based structures, members do not act as official representatives of countries. Instead, they serve as voices from diverse lived experiences, contributing personal perspectives shaped by their communities, cultures, and academic or advocacy interests.
Through participation in the program, members gain access to a global network of peers and opportunities designed to deepen understanding, encourage critical thinking, and support collaborative engagement on pressing global issues.
What Members Receive
Membership provides access to a wide range of structured and interactive opportunities, including:
Interactive Global Sessions
Members participate in moderated discussions and dialogue-based sessions that explore key global issues in gender equality, policy, human rights, and youth engagement.
Workshops & Skill-Building Programs
Practical workshops focus on developing skills such as advocacy, research, public speaking, policy writing, leadership, and organizational strategy.
Educational Lectures & Speaker Series
Members gain access to lectures delivered by guest speakers, professionals, and subject-matter experts across international relations, law, activism, and social development.
Global Community Network
Membership provides entry into a growing international network of youth, fostering collaboration, friendship, and long-term professional and academic connections.
Discussion Forums & Idea Exchange
Members engage in structured dialogue spaces where they can share perspectives, debate ideas, and contribute to ongoing thematic discussions.
Pathways to Advanced Opportunities
Active members may be considered for advanced roles within IYCGE programs, including specialized tracks, project teams, and selective initiatives such as internships.
Exclusive Page on Website
All members also receive access to an exclusive members-only page on the website, which includes additional content not publicly available. This space provides expanded resources, program updates, behind-the-scenes materials, project opportunities, and deeper engagement with ongoing initiatives.
The Membership Program is designed to be participatory, inclusive, and intellectually engaging. Members are encouraged to contribute actively, share ideas respectfully, and engage in collaborative learning environments. Rather than passive participation, the program emphasizes dialogue, exchange, and the development of critical perspectives on global challenges.
What Might a Month Look Like as a Member?
A month within the IYCGE Membership Program is flexible, open, and designed to fit different levels of involvement. Members are not expected to participate in everything. Instead, there are many opportunities available each month, and individuals can choose the sessions, workshops, and activities that interest them most.
Throughout the month, members may join interactive discussions on global issues, participate in educational workshops, or attend speaker sessions led by guests from different fields. These experiences are designed to be engaging and accessible, allowing members to learn, ask questions, and explore new ideas at their own pace.
Members also have the opportunity to take part in or contribute to ongoing projects. These projects vary in focus and may involve research, advocacy campaigns, creative initiatives, or community-based work. Members can choose to join existing projects or explore areas where they would like to build something new with others.
Alongside structured programming, members are part of a global community space where ideas, resources, and conversations continue beyond formal sessions. This creates opportunities to connect with others, collaborate informally, and stay engaged in ways that feel meaningful to them.
Overall, the Membership Program is built around choice and flexibility. Each member decides how they want to participate, whether that means attending a few key sessions, joining a project, or engaging more deeply over time. The goal is to create space for learning, collaboration, and impact in a way that works for everyone.
Membership Pricing
The Membership Program at IYCGE is offered as a 6-month membership for $10 CAD.This contribution is designed to keep the program accessible while ensuring that all sessions, workshops, and initiatives remain high-quality, interactive, and globally coordinated. The membership fee is not profit-driven. Instead, it is fully reinvested into sustaining and developing the program.
All official communication will be conducted via the email address provided at checkout. Members are responsible for ensuring that their contact information is accurate and up to date.
For any questions regarding the program, membership, or participation, please contact: info@iycge.org